Segundina

Segundina G. is from the village of Minsapit, Gingoog City. She is 61 years old, is married, and has four adult children.

Segundina owns and operates a specialized retail store, selling bananas in the local community. She has been engaged in her business for over five years and earns approximately 5,000 PHP a month.

In 2009, Segundina joined HSPFI to gain access to financial services to help improve her living situation and her ability to engage in business activities. She has successfully repaid a previous loan of 5,000 PHP from HSPFI. This previous loan was used to to invest in expanding her business.

Segundina is requesting a new loan of 7,000 PHP which will again be used to invest in expanding her business. This loan will be her 2nd from HSPFI. She plans to use the additional revenue generated from the business to improve and expand her business.

About HSPFI:
HSPFI is one of the accredited partners of Opportunity International in the Philippines. It is based in Cagayan de Oro City and is reaching out to the poor households of Northern Mindanao.

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About Hagdan Sa Pag-uswag Foundation, Inc.

Hagdan Sa Pag-uswag Foundation, Inc. (HSPFI) is a non-governmental development organization founded in 1987 to promote Christian values through microfinance services in the Philippines. It partners with Opportunity International and the Mindanao Microfinance Council among others, and offers a range of business and community development services, including savings and insurance programs in addition to lending.